Amanda Geronikos
Second Four Seasons Resort to Open in Boston
According to HotelChatter, Boston‘s Back Bay will welcome a new Four Seasons Resort. Part of a $700-million project at the Christian Science Plaza, the new…
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World’s Tallest Water Slide Opens
Thrill-seekers, rejoice: Verruckt has opened. The world’s tallest water slide, located at Kansas City‘s Schlitterbahn Waterpark, is 17 stories high; it is taller than Niagara…
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Atlantis Resort to Join Marriott Autograph Collection
The Bahamas‘ Atlantis Resort is set to join Marriott’s Autograph Collection, a group of unique, luxury properties around the world. The elite collection, which encompasses…
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New York City, Curious George Encourage Family Travel
New York City has a new Family Ambassador: Curious George. In a year-long partnership with PBS Kids, the city’s tourism board has launched a campaign…
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Universal Orlando’s Diagon Alley Opens
The wait is over. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley has opened at Universal Orlando Resort. The new area, which is twice…
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‘Madeline’ Gets New York Exhibit
It’s been 75 years since “Madeline” captured our hearts, and the New York Historical Society is honoring the beloved storybook character — and her creator,…
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Chicago’s GO Airport Express Adds Free Wi-Fi
GO Airport Express, which services Chicago‘s O’Hare International and Midway Airports, has added free Wi-Fi to all shuttles. Both airports are located approximately 45 minutes…
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LEGOLAND Discovery Center to Add Beach
Argh! LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Grapevine, Texas has announced a water-themed addition: Pirate Beach. The new play area, designed for children ages 3 to 10,…
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Southwest, Delta Add Caribbean Services
Southwest Air has officially launched international service to the Caribbean. Via AirTrans, it now offers flights to the Bahamas, Aruba and Jamaica from Baltimore, Orlando,…
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World’s Tallest, Fastest Drop Ride to Open in N.J.
There’s still no word on the opening of Verruckt, touted to be the world’s fastest, tallest water slide, but we do know this: the world’s…
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Disney World to Be ‘Frozen’
There’s a chill in the air at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The park is offering ‘Frozen’-inspired events and attractions for a limited time this summer, July…
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Two-in-One Hotel Opens in Los Angeles
Marriott has opened a two-in-one-hotel in Los Angeles, Residence Inn Los Angeles L.A. Live and Courtyard Los Angeles L.A. Live. While both hotels share a…
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New Texas Theme Park Reveals Attractions, Timelines
Construction for Grand Texas, a sports and entertainment district in New Caney, near Houston, is expected to begin later this summer. The locality will feature…
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Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay Reveals New Guestrooms
Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Menele Bay, a Family Vacation Critic Favorite, has revealed redesigned guestrooms and suites. Updated amenities include Wine and Champagne Bars…
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Hilton Opens New Hotel in Miami
The newest hotel to open in Miami, Hilton Cabana Miami Beach offers 231 guestrooms and 15 suites, most of which have balconies. Suites are especially…
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Second Holiday Inn Opens in Cabo San Lucas
InterContinental Hotels Group has opened a second Holiday Inn Express in Cabo San Lucas. The hotel is exceptionally convenient for business travelers with kids in…
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Free Wi-Fi to Land at NYC Airports
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has approved plans to offer 30 minutes of free Wi-Fi at Newark Liberty, John F. Kennedy…
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Amtrak Line Offers Free Rides for Kids
Amtrak has announced it will offer free rides for kids on the Hiawatha Line, which travels between Chicago and Milwaukee. Up to two children per…
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InterContinental Launches New Children’s Menus
InterContinental Hotels Group has launched a new menu for kids, called InterContinental Planet Trekkers. Entrees, designed to be adventurous and nutritious, include Happy Tomato Risotto,…
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9 Snooze and Cruise Deals for Families
Book a night at a hotel before departing for your family cruise and enjoy comfortable accommodations, breakfast, transportation and more.
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Atlantis to Host First Music Festival
The Bahamas’ Atlantis, Paradise Island has announced it will host Atlantis LIVE Paradise Music Festival for Labor Day Weekend, August 29 to 31. The event,…
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American Airlines Adds New Service in Los Angeles
Families who fly out of Los Angeles International Airport will soon receive four new destination options via American Airlines: Edmonton, Vancouver and San Antonio, starting…
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Crater Lake Nat’l Park Announces Car-Free Days
Crater Lake National Park is offering four car-free days on East Rim Drive this summer, June 21 and 22, and Sept. 20 and 27. The…
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Omni Sensational Kids Program Receives Revamp
Omni Sensational Kids Program, offered at all Omni Hotels and Resorts, has received a redesign. The program’s iconic welcome backpacks, previously filled with maps, magnifying…
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Jewel Runaway Bay Resort to Open Water Park
Jamaica’s all-inclusive Jewel Runaway Bay Resort has announced it will open a water park in December, 2014. Just steps from the beach, Jewel Runaway Bay…
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